PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ CN36
Early 1970s Porsche 911 on PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ CN36 Tyres
Pirelli CN36 Tyres
- The PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ CN36 radial tyre was one of Pirelli’s first forays into low-profile tyres in 1968.
- The Cinturato CN36 was also Pirelli’s first ultra-low profile tyre, 215/60 VR15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N, ideal for the Porsche 911 RSR in 1972.
- Pirelli also makes some full 80% profile CN36 tyres; the 165 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 and for early Porsche, and 165 VR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N.
- A German automotive magazine did a back-to-back classic tyre test in which the CN36 won hands-down.
- Many of these Pirelli CN36 tyres are actually homologated by Porsche, as the best tyre for their classic cars.
- The CN36 range also includes the 175/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 for Ford Escort Mexico and RS Escorts, Golf GTi and Dolomite Sprint.
- The 185/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 is the ideal classic tyre for an enormous range of cars, as a low-profile alternative to 165 R13 tyres.
- The 185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 is a low-profile alternative for 165 R14 tyres for cars such as MGB and virtually every Alfa Romeo from 1968 until the 1980s’.
- For a look at the specific measurements of the different CN36 sizes, see our section on PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Dimensions.
165 VR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N Tyres on a Porsche 912
PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ CN36 Tyres
This early version of a low-profile tyre features an innovative steel belt integrated within its structure. Pirelli's dedicated research led to the development of a unique tread design, acclaimed for its dual nature: it's supple during low-speed driving yet remains sharp and accurate at higher speeds. Tailored to suit the suspension and dynamic requirements of cars from that period with rounded shoulders, the CN36 delivers exceptional performance, thoughtfully crafted to match the vehicles it was designed for, such as the Porsche 911 and Ford Escort Mexico.
The 185/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 emerges as a sought-after tyre, offering a broader profile compared to the standard 165 R13 tyres found on models like the Opel Manta, Vauxhall Chevette, and Ford Cortina. This tyre boasts several benefits, including a V speed rating, a carcass that echoes the era's design, and a tread pattern that not only boosts performance but also enhances the classic appeal of vintage cars.
In a similar vein, the 185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 serves as a low-profile substitute for cars originally fitted with 165 R14 tyres, including the MGB and various classic Alfa Romeo models such as the Spider, Giulia, and 1750. This CN36 variant complements these iconic vehicles beautifully, augmenting their driving experience and overall aesthetic allure without spoiling the handling of the light-weight rear-wheel-drive sports cars of the 60's and 70's.
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PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Classic Tyre Test
PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Dimensions
13" PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Dimensions
Tyre Size
Load Index
Section Width
Overall Diameter
Recommended Rim Width
165R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
82 = 475 kgs
170 mm / 6.9"
600 mm / 23.62"
4.0" - 5.5"
175/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
82 = 475 kgs
177 mm / 6.97"
576 mm / 22.68"
4.5" - 6.5"
185/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
86 = 530 kgs
195 mm / 7.67"
587 mm / 23.11"
5.0" - 6.5"
14" PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Dimensions
Tyre Size
Load Index
Section Width
Overall Diameter
Recommended Rim Width
185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
86 = 530 kgs
191 mm / 7.5"
614 mm / 24.17"
5.0" - 6.5"
195/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
91 = 615 kg
208mm / 8.19"
624mm / 24.57"
5.5" - 7.0"
205/70 WR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
89 = 580 kgs
204 mm / 8.03"
647 mm / 25.47"
5.5" - 7.5"
15" PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 Dimensions
Tyre Size
Load Index
Section Width
Overall Diameter
Recommended Rim Width
165 VR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N
87 = 545 kgs
165 mm / 6.49"
645 mm / 25.39"
4.0" - 5.5"
175/70 WR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36
86 = 530 kgs
176mm / 6.92"
626 mm / 24.65"
4.5" - 6.0"
185/70VR15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N
89 = 580 kgs
196 mm / 7.72"
637 mm / 25.07"
5.0" - 6.5"
215/60 VR15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N
94 = 670 kgs
228 mm / 8.97"
639 mm / 25.16"
6.0" - 7.5"
| Tyre Size | Load Index | Section Width | Overall Diameter | Recommended Rim Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 82 = 475 kgs | 170 mm / 6.9" | 600 mm / 23.62" | 4.0" - 5.5" |
| 175/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 82 = 475 kgs | 177 mm / 6.97" | 576 mm / 22.68" | 4.5" - 6.5" |
| 185/70 VR 13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 86 = 530 kgs | 195 mm / 7.67" | 587 mm / 23.11" | 5.0" - 6.5" |
| Tyre Size | Load Index | Section Width | Overall Diameter | Recommended Rim Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 86 = 530 kgs | 191 mm / 7.5" | 614 mm / 24.17" | 5.0" - 6.5" |
| 195/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 91 = 615 kg | 208mm / 8.19" | 624mm / 24.57" | 5.5" - 7.0" |
| 205/70 WR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 89 = 580 kgs | 204 mm / 8.03" | 647 mm / 25.47" | 5.5" - 7.5" |
| Tyre Size | Load Index | Section Width | Overall Diameter | Recommended Rim Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165 VR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N | 87 = 545 kgs | 165 mm / 6.49" | 645 mm / 25.39" | 4.0" - 5.5" |
| 175/70 WR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 | 86 = 530 kgs | 176mm / 6.92" | 626 mm / 24.65" | 4.5" - 6.0" |
| 185/70VR15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N | 89 = 580 kgs | 196 mm / 7.72" | 637 mm / 25.07" | 5.0" - 6.5" |
| 215/60 VR15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 N | 94 = 670 kgs | 228 mm / 8.97" | 639 mm / 25.16" | 6.0" - 7.5" |